<p>After a surprise move by the Fed to slash its “discount window” rate to banks that borrow, U.S. stock futures surged ahead pointing to a higher open. And it was a higher open. Well into the open, by 10:09 am, the Dow added 1.78 percent, the tech-heavy NASDAQ gained nearly 2 percent, while the S […]
Bush meat banned in Ghana
The Wildlife Division of the Forestry Commission in Ghana has banned bush meat hunting in the country. This year’s embargo on bush hunting takes effect from August 1 and would last on December 1, 2007. In a statement signed by the Wild Life Division, it said there should be no hunting of wild animals with […]
Enlightened moderation Vs Enlightened Radicalism
Saeed Minhas contributes from Islamabad “Enlightened moderation” is up against the “enlightened radicalism” not only in the parliament of Pakistan but throughout the country as much-trumpeted multi-pronged policies of President Gen. Musharraf are bearing the fruits. Gen. Musharraf has embarked upon the policy of enlightened moderation after seizing power in a blood-less military […]
Chivalry and nimbyism on the London underground
Despite the efforts of the media and gossips, the UK does actually four seasons at the ame time every year. At the moment Brits are enjoying (read suffering) the well-travelled rays of the sun. It is summer and it gets hot. It’s especially hot if you are 200 plus foot below ground and are packed […]
Ghana appoints first female Chief Justice
Ghana appoints first female Chief Justice Daniel Aforo A renowned Ghanaian educationist, Dr. Kwagyiri Aggrey, of blessed memory, once said “if you educate a man you educate an individual buy if you educate a woman you educate a whole nation”. The government of Ghana has appointed Mrs. Georgina Theodora Wood, a Supreme […]
An Insider’s Guide to Cancun and the Riviera Maya, Mexico
Living in Mexico was an adventurous fairytale; due to the variety of things to do, beauty of the country and the kindness of its residents. I am originally from Ohio but spent substantial time living in Mexico, studying the nature and history of this beautiful place. Here are some ideas and tips I learned from […]